Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten
Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten
Nature Reserve Guide
Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten is a nature reserve characterized by the meandering Ilmenau river and its flood-prone lowlands. This diverse landscape features a mosaic of green spaces, including meadows and marshlands, alongside beech and oak mixed forests on the Geestrand. The area's varied terrain, encompassing forest floors, gravel paths, and some asphalt sections, makes it suitable for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, gravel biking, touring cycling, and more. Its designation as a significant conservation area, part of the "Ilmenau…
160
Routes
4.5
(1206)
Average rating
6717
People visited

4.8
(387)
1,776
hikers
7.89km
02:01
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(10)
37
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(8)
32
hikers
6.84km
01:45
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(11)
40
hikers
24.0km
06:07
80m
80m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(40)
268
riders
55.0km
02:22
150m
150m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(12)
109
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(25)
112
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(17)
108
riders
36.4km
01:43
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
(3)
50
riders
69.1km
04:46
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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40
riders
30.2km
02:01
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(12)
43
riders
38.0km
02:34
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(9)
25
riders
20.6km
01:21
70m
70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.7
(6)
83
riders
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

1.0
(1)
75
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
34
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(44)
41
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(25)
72
riders
28.8km
01:44
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
28
riders
62.3km
03:45
370m
370m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(7)
33
riders
36.4km
02:18
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
43
riders
38.6km
02:06
110m
110m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
14
runners
5.27km
00:33
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten is a nature reserve offering a variety of outdoor activities. Visitors can find routes for mountain biking, hiking, gravel biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and jogging. The area features 90 routes with an average rating of 4.5 stars from more than 1,000 visitors.
The nature reserve offers diverse hiking trails, including easy paths and longer routes. A popular option is the Devil's Bridge over the Ilmenau – Teufelsbrücke (Lüneburg) loop, which is 5.05 miles (8.13 km) long and rated moderate. Another highly-rated trail is the Mountain hiking trail – View of the Ilmenau River loop, spanning 6.98 miles (11.23 km).
Yes, Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten features several mountain biking trails for various skill levels. Routes range from moderate to those requiring good fitness. An example is the Kronsberg Heath – Rest Area by the Ilmenau River loop, a 43.05-mile (69.29 km) moderate ride. Another option is the Forest Ramp Near Melbeck – Rest Area by the Ilmenau River loop, which is 23.78 miles (38.28 km).
The nature reserve is popular for various cycling activities, including gravel biking, touring cycling, and road cycling. Gravel bikers can explore routes like the Ilmenau Riverside Trail loop, an easy 17.97-mile (28.93 km) ride. Touring cyclists might enjoy the Wooden Bridge at Lopausee – Lopau Lake loop, a moderate 23.36-mile (37.60 km) route.
Yes, the nature reserve offers easy routes suitable for various skill levels and families. For hiking, the Devil's Bridge over the Ilmenau loop from Deutsch Evern is an easy 3.61-mile (5.81 km) option. For cycling, the Ilmenau Riverside Trail loop is an easy gravel biking route.
The nature reserve is characterized by the meandering Ilmenau river and its flood-prone lowlands. It features a mosaic of green spaces, including meadows and marshlands. Along the Geestrand, beech and oak mixed forests are present, while moist forests mark the surroundings of the Lüneburger Tiergarten.
The area is a significant conservation area, being part of the "Ilmenau mit Nebenbächen" FFH area. Its purpose is to preserve and develop natural flowing waters, semi-natural deciduous forests, and species-rich grasslands. This commitment protects diverse flora and fauna, including water pepper, slender sedge, and various amphibians and birds.
Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Lüneburger Ilmenauniederung Mit Tiergarten to help plan your adventures. These include guides for MTB Trails, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Cycling. There are also guides for specific interests like Attractions and Natural Monuments.
Official information regarding the nature reserve can be found on the website of the Niedersächsischer Landesbetrieb für Wasserwirtschaft, Küsten- und Naturschutz (NLWKN). The official website is nlwkn.niedersachsen.de. For direct inquiries, a phone number is available at +494131261602.
Yes, the nature reserve offers several routes suitable for jogging. An example is the Teufelsbrücke (Lüneburg) – Craftsmen's bridge loop, a moderate 3.51-mile (5.64 km) route. Another option is the Forest Ramp Near Melbeck – Rest Area by the Ilmenau River loop, which is 7.73 miles (12.44 km) long.
Longer mountain bike trails are available for those seeking extended rides. The Kronsberg Heath – Rest Area by the Ilmenau River loop from Oedeme is one of the longest, covering 43.05 miles (69.29 km). Another significant route is the Waldhaus Rhenus Böhmsholz – Lüneburg Water Tower loop, which is 28.67 miles (46.14 km).
Yes, some routes in the nature reserve are rated as difficult, offering a challenge for experienced cyclists. For gravel biking, the Lopau Lake – Craftsmen's bridge loop is a difficult 38.70-mile (62.29 km) route. Touring cyclists can also find challenging options like the Flow trails on the Ilmenau – Devil's Bridge over the Ilmenau loop, a difficult 4.92-mile (7.91 km) route.

